R&D Principal Engineer

R & D Production Introduction Team Leade

In this role, you will have the opportunity to initiate and drive technology, software, product, and/or solution development using in-depth technical expertise in a specific area. Each day, you will act as the first point of contact in Research and Development (R&D) for in-depth product or technology-related issues. You will also showcase your expertise by supporting strategic corporate technology management and future product/software/solution architecture.
The work model for the role is onsite in Richmond, VA.
You will be mainly accountable for:
- Investing efforts into expanding competence portfolio beyond the area of specialization, assimilating developments in complementary technologies, tools, and methodologies, and integrating learnings into daily activities.
- Managing major technology/engineering projects/product platforms of substantial impact to the organization.
- Anticipating and proactively proposing actions to mitigate possible quality problems in R&D projects.
- Monitoring and working to secure and develop Intellectual Property (IP) within and beyond your area of expertise/projects, based on a good understanding of IP strategies and competitors' patents in relevant ABB domains.

• Bachelor's Degree (required) or Master's / PhD (preferred) in relevant field of study with 10+ years of experience in manufacturing, R&D, etc.
• Previous experience with R&D and ABB products is strongly preferred.
• Working Knowledge of Compliance and Safety Standards is required.
• A collaborative, solution focused approach and strong written and spoken communication skills. Ability to effectively present technical information to top management, peers and customers, either locally or at a customer's site.
• Team player who can work with cross functional teams, groups, divisions, countries to solve issues or provide guidance.
• Ability to travel as needed, generally less than 10%

ABB Smart Power provides energy distribution solutions for data centers, industrial and
manufacturing plants, critical infrastructure and commercial buildings. The Division's technical teams
work closely with industry partners, delivering advanced solutions that support rapid growth, energy
transition, and sustainability objectives. The Division's portfolio includes industrial circuit breakers,
low-voltage systems, motor starting applications, and safety devices like switches and relays. Its Power Protection unit supports the world's largest data center companies with advanced energy-efficient UPS solutions. The Division's ABB Ability Energy Manager provides a scalable, easy-to-use platform that helps organizations save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.
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